Oana Chiru, BACP
Integrative counsellor for stress and relationships
- 15 years experience
- BACP credential
- Accepting international clients
About Oana Chiru
Oana Chiru is a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with 15 years of experience who works with individuals, couples and families in both short and long-term therapy. She practices an integrative, multi-model approach that draws on different schools of thought to tailor interventions to each person’s needs, bringing together practical techniques and reflective conversation. Oana places high value on creating a warm, supportive and non-judgmental environment where careful listening helps uncover new perspectives and the inner resources needed for change.
She believes that exploring the roots of pain or confusion can open pathways to growth, whether someone is seeking greater self-understanding, wants to improve relationships, or is facing difficult life circumstances. Oana holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is a UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, and she offers therapy in English, French and Romanian. Her work aims to guide people toward clearer choices and more effective coping, combining empathy with practical strategies to support healing and personal development.
She believes that exploring the roots of pain or confusion can open pathways to growth, whether someone is seeking greater self-understanding, wants to improve relationships, or is facing difficult life circumstances. Oana holds the BACP credential - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy - which is a UK professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists, and she offers therapy in English, French and Romanian. Her work aims to guide people toward clearer choices and more effective coping, combining empathy with practical strategies to support healing and personal development.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Oana Chiru have?
Oana Chiru has 15 years of experience.
Is Oana Chiru a registered therapist?
Yes, she holds the BACP credential. BACP stands for the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Oana Chiru provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English, French, and Romanian.
Where is Oana Chiru located?
Oana Chiru is located in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Oana Chiru as my therapist?
You can work with Oana Chiru through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Oana Chiru work with international clients?
Yes, Oana Chiru works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Oana Chiru cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches Online and How They Help
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on identifying personal values and learning practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed steps toward a more meaningful life. It can help people struggling with anxiety, stress, low mood and unhelpful patterns of avoidance.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, non-directive stance in which the therapist provides empathic understanding and unconditional positive regard. This approach supports self-exploration, self-esteem and improved relationships by giving clients space to find their own solutions.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-informed technique used to reduce the emotional impact of distressing memories by processing them in a structured way, often helping with symptoms linked to trauma and abuse.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey and is usually decided collaboratively. Oana will work with each person to consider their needs, goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit best, adapting the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can happen by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access registered professionals and therapists from different locations, support continuity of care during life transitions, and allow clients to choose the format that feels most manageable for them.